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Terrazas de los Andes Reserva Malbec 2018, Mendoza, Argentina: This Malbec is deep, dark and gorgeous with rich blackberry, mulberry, ripe dark fruit and spicy flavours finishing long on the palate with food-friendly acidity Tannins are structured. Pair with grilled steaks. Drink: 2022-2025. 29280 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Wakefield Pinot Noir 2018, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield 2018 Pinot Noir is dry, medium-plus-bodied and excellent value under $20. Produced from several sites throughout the Adelaide including Gumeracha, Birdwood, Woodside, Oakbank and Balhannah. Look for ripe red berry, strawberry, blueberry and spicy flavours on the palate. Pour with grilled striploin steaks. Drink: 2021-2024. 197392 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 11, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Montes Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Leyda Valley D.O., Chile: Montes 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is a great value SB under $15 from the Leyda Valley in Chile. Look for fresh pear, lime zest, fine herb and tropical fruit notes on this mouth-watering SB. Chill and enjoy with a seafood ceviche or fish and chips. Drink: 2021-2022. 32060 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. March 19, 2021 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Louis Bouillot Perle d'Aurore Brut Rosé Crémant de Bourgogne, Burgundy A.C., France: Dry, crisp and refreshing yet with the softening aromas of fresh field strawberries. Terrific value: unbeatable for rose sparkling wine! Yes please, again. Pair with seared tuna or planked salmon. Drink: 2022-2025. 48793 12% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. June 29, 2022 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

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